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causing sadness or disappointment
- The dismal weather matched his gloomy mood perfectly.
- The dismal economic forecast painted a bleak picture for the future.
- The dismal state of the abandoned house gave off an eerie vibe.
- The dismal atmosphere in the hospital made it hard for patients to stay positive.
- The dismal weather kept everyone indoors for the entire weekend.
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having very low quality, merit, or performance
- The movie received dismal reviews for its weak storyline and poor acting.
- His dismal performance on the test reflected his lack of preparation.
- The team's dismal showing in the championship disappointed their fans.